So my Yahoo horoscope for today (July, 17th) reads:

"Learning to deal with paradox is good for the soul. It makes you flexible.

You're going through quite a lot right now, but it's largely positive -- so enjoy the ride! It's one of those days when you're busier than usual, but you don't end up feeling too worn out at the end of the day."

That's pretty right on I have to admit. I literally used the word "paradoxical" in conversation today about what's been going on in my life at present. And A LOT is going on, largely positive. I really can't complain. I was super busy today - had an 11-hour work day - but in the end still felt fine.

Wow, I can't believe how long it's been since my last post. Will I ever get with the times? Shall I ever be a part of the technological zeitgeist of this age? Or better yet, will I ever feel a part of the Ethos of today? Do I really want to be a part of it? I am in some, many ways a product of society, its thinking, its conclusions. But I struggle with the notion and at times see the world and its possessions as a straight-jacket about me. Paradoxically, I find myself striving to overcome my circles of influence by a desire to powerfully "succeed" and become an influencer.

I made it home, (back west). I'm so glad to be back and away from work! I am absolutely spent. I've gotten six hours of sleep in the last two days; worked a 14-hour day yesterday...ugh. Like I said, I'm spent. I literally was clueless as to when I was to fly home today. I had to print out my itinerary last night! Today felt like light years away, yesterday. But, enough about that. On to more important things...

So I have a new friend. He's Argentinian. Quite an intriguing individual. (Gosh, I'm not used to this blog business. I highly doubt anyone would find me here, but I still feel inclined to "protect the innocent" despite there not being anything incriminating to discuss, at least not yet.) The human mind is of high interest to him which to me translates to "deep thinker". Yeeessss!!! Who is he? I'm looking forward to getting to know him and his mind.

Cool. That worked! This is the greatest thing ever. I'm truly behind-the-times. Why has it taken me so long to establish a blog? This is just what I've needed. I suppose the reason is not a matter of being "old-fashioned", but being afraid of the unknown! What's new?

Why are we so afraid of the unknown? What is it about Fear?

Wow. I've just created my very first blog. I feel as though I've planted my first step in this technological abyss. I kind of feel like Captain Kirk on his first trek out on the Starship. (I really don't know what I'm doing right now. I guess I'll have to sit tight, type more and find out.)